HOUSTON – Recent developments in the investigation concerning the shooting of Houston rapper Sauce Walka have emerged. Memphis Police have announced the death of one of the primary suspects in the case, Jayden Dandridge, found dead in Houston.
The incident that sparked this investigation occurred on March 22, when a shooting at a downtown Memphis hotel led to a tragic loss of life and injuries.
Details Surrounding the Shooting Incident
Key information includes:
The Memphis Police Department identified 21-year-old Jayden Dandridge as a suspect linked to the death of 27-year-old Letorian Hunt, also known in the music industry as rapper Sayso P, who was associated with Sauce Walka. The shooting incident left Sauce Walka, whose legal name is Albert Mondane, wounded and required medical attention.
Hunt was pronounced dead at the scene, while Sauce Walka was hospitalized with non-critical injuries. Memphis police reported the discovery of Dandridge’s body in Houston. His cause of death has not yet been disclosed.
Left: Suspects (Memphis police); right: Sauce Walka (Photo by Marcus Ingram/Getty Images)
Dandridge faced multiple charges, including first-degree murder, attempted first-degree murder, and related firearm offenses stemming from the shooting.
Previous Updates: Reports surfaced previously noting that Sauce Walka had been shot, along with another individual, in Memphis. The details of the shooting indicated a targeted attack involving multiple assailants.
Ongoing Investigation
Further insights include:
In conjunction with Dandridge’s involvement, authorities have identified a second suspect, 22-year-old Kevin Brown, who remains at large. He is also charged with first-degree murder and other firearms-related crimes.
The Memphis Police Department is actively continuing its investigation into the shooting and is seeking public assistance. Individuals with pertinent information are encouraged to reach out to CrimeStoppers at 901-528-CASH.
Unanswered Questions:
Despite ongoing efforts, there are still many unknowns, including the specific circumstances of Dandridge’s death and its timing.
Incident Summary
In brief:
The shooting incident unfolded around 2:42 PM at the Westin Hotel, located near Lt. George W. Lee Avenue in downtown Memphis. Eyewitness accounts suggest that a group in a white four-door vehicle initiated the attack and subsequently fled the scene.
Sources confirm that Sauce Walka sustained a leg injury but is on the path to recovery, according to family disclosures.
Source Information: The details in this article are sourced from the Memphis Police Department and previous reports from FOX 26.
